The Centre has approved the proposals of Micron Semiconductor and Aequs to set up SEZs for manufacturing semiconductors and electronic components.
Micron will invest INR 13,000 Cr in Gujarat’s Sanand for a semiconductor manufacturing facility, while Aequs will invest INR 100 Cr in Karnataka’s Dharwad for electronic components.
Amendments in SEZ Rules, 2006 have been made to promote semiconductor manufacturing, allowing SEZ set up on mortgaged or leased land, including free-of-cost goods in NFE calculations, and allowing domestic supply from SEZ units.
The industry has welcomed the move, with expectations of boosting semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India and creating tech-oriented job roles.